MGMT 2800 - Introduction to Supply Management

This course introduces the integrated/cross-functional core concepts of supply chains from product/service development and launch through customer service and redemption. The primary focus is on critical analysis and the decision-making tools necessary to develop and manage supply chains that deliver customer requirements and contributes to the organization’s overall competitive advantage. An emphasis will also be placed on supply chain management as a competitive weapon using various industry and externally validated models such as the SCOR framework, the Gartner Talent Attribute Model, IBM 7-step Sourcing Process, etc. Key topics include: quantitative analysis, fact-based decision-making, project management concepts, information technologies, and supply/demand integration methodologies which create a cross-functional, demand driven value-added supply chain network.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.